The King's Warden (2026)
Kernel Score: 74% · 17 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: History, Drama
Released: 2026-02-04
Runtime: 117 minutes
Where to watch The King's Warden
- Stream: Rakuten Viki
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
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US availability, updated 2026-10-29.
Overview
In a remote mountain village of 15th-century Joseon, humble headman Heung-do hears a rumor that any village hosting an exiled nobleman will be blessed with abundance and fortune. Hoping to bring prosperity to his impoverished community, he eagerly submits a petition to host one—unaware that his guest is none other than the fallen monarch, deposed boy-king Danjong.
The King's Warden parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that The King's Warden is a historical drama based on true events about a village headman sheltering a deposed boy-king in 15th-century Korea.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Chang Hang-jun
Cast
- Yoo Hai-jin as Eom Heung-do
- Park Ji-hoon as Yi Hong-wi / Nosan / King Danjong
- Yoo Ji-tae as Han Myeong-hoe
- Jeon Mi-do as Mae-hwa
- Kim Min as Eom Tae-san
- Park Ji-hwan as Eo Se-gyeom
- Lee Jun-hyuk as Geumseong / Yi Yu
- Ahn Jae-hong as Norugol village chief
- Lee Jun-hyeok as Makdong's father
- Kim Soo-jin as Makdong's mother
The King's Warden FAQ
Is The King's Warden good?
The King's Warden has a 74% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 17 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The King's Warden?
In the US you can stream The King's Warden on Rakuten Viki and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The King's Warden OK for kids?
The King's Warden is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that The King's Warden is a historical drama based on true events about a village headman sheltering a deposed boy-king in 15th-century Korea.
What movies are like The King's Warden?
If you liked The King's Warden, try War of the Arrows, The Swordsman, The Last Duel and The Count of Monte Cristo.